Oxford burglary suspect faces new charge
The suspect in an Oxford burglary has been arrested in a neighboring county, and he is also facing a new charge.
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Inter-agency cooperation helps Oxford police nab alleged thieves
The investigation began in December when Oxford police were investigating the burglary of a storage unit off Anderson Road.
Oxford police send out warning about phone scammers
Oxford police were trying to nip a scam in the bud before it could take off. Oxford Municipal Court took a call from a resident who said they had gotten a call about having a warrant.
Lee County deputies reportedly find drugs after DUI arrest
Deputies taking a DUI suspect to jail got a surprise that ended with more charges for the driver. Recently, Lee County deputies assisted in a traffic stop in Verona.
Man receives 10-year prison sentence for Lowndes County burglary
A Lowndes County jury found Tommy Van Yates Jr. guilty of burglary. He was ordered to serve 10 years in prison. He was also given five years probation after his release.
West Point police make arrest in connection to Tuesday shooting
20-year-old Jishun Owens was charged with shooting into a vehicle and discharging a firearm in the city limits.
Oktibbeha County Sheriff warns people about phone scam
Scammers are posing as members of the department calling people asking for money. They are even spoofing the number to make it seem like the call came from their office.
Columbus City Council fires officer accused of shoplifting
The Columbus police officer accused of stealing a pair of shoes is now without a job. Robin Conner was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting on Wednesday.
Dollar General holdup: Lowndes County deputies look for robbers
Lowndes County deputies were looking for two armed robbers. The holdup happened at the Dollar General on Lake Lowndes Road at about 9:30 on Wednesday night.
Starkville PD makes armed robbery arrest after vape shop holdup
Starkville police made an armed robbery arrest after a vape shop was held up. 26-year-old Joseph Whitfield was charged with armed robbery.
Ongoing investigation: Two homicides in Pontotoc County
Just two months into the new year, Pontotoc County Sheriff Leo Mask found himself and his department in an unusual spot, investigating a double homicide.
Former Booneville coach, Kenny Geno, receives 10 years in prison
A former high school and college basketball star and Booneville High School assistant basketball coach will spend the next 10 years in federal prison.
West Point police continue search for shooter
West Point police continued to look for a shooter after a home was battered by bullets. The shooting happened near the intersection of Fifth and Progress streets on Tuesday, just before 6 p.m.
Former Aberdeen mayor ordered to serve four years in prison
Former Aberdeen Mayor Maurice Howard is back behind bars. Howard was ordered to serve four years in prison.
Columbus police officer arrested for allegedly shoplifting on duty
A Columbus police officer was accused of stealing a pair of shoes while on duty. Robin Conner was arrested after officers were called to Dick's Sporting Goods at about 12:30 Wednesday afternoon.
Kentucky man pleads guilty to Lowndes County rape charge
A Kentucky man pleaded guilty to a Lowndes County rape charge. 39-year-old Sammy Sullivan must serve five years in prison.
Bond denied for suspects connected to fatal Tupelo shooting
Bond was denied for two suspects connected to a shooting that killed a teenager and injured another. Reginald Thomas and Devonta Sharkey were both charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault.
Joint operation results in human trafficking arrest in Monroe County
A joint operation between county and state investigators resulted in a human trafficking arrest in Monroe County.
Lowndes County Grand Jury indicts man for sexual battery
46-year-old Nathaniel Hayden was charged with sexual battery. A Lowndes County Grand Jury recently returned the indictment.
Man indicted for manslaughter in deadly Columbus shooting case
A Lowndes County Grand Jury handed down another indictment in a deadly shooting. Tameron Ward is now charged with manslaughter - culpable negligence.
Coroner identifies victims of fatal Pontotoc County shooting
Pontotoc County Coroner Kim Bradford told WCBI that the shooting victims were 57-year-old Tabatha Moore and 40-year-old Gastin White.
Inferno Sports Bar shooting: Columbus man faces murder charge
A Columbus man is indicted in connection with a deadly nightclub shooting. Undra Williams Jr. is charged with one count of murder and four counts of aggravated assault.
Double homicide investigation unfolds in Pontotoc County
A double homicide investigation in Pontotoc County is underway. The shooting incident took place on Bradley Road Sunday night.
Neshoba County deputies accuse man of stealing copper
Neshoba County deputies were accusing a man of taking more than $7,000 in copper from chicken houses.